Datacoms Engineer

Datacoms Technician – Job Advert £32,000 + Excellent Benefits + Comprehensive Training Must Be Eligible For SC Clearance (Minimum 5 Years in UK) Location: Redhill / Hybrid Post Probation + travel to remote sites Sector: Satellite Communications / Enterprise Networks / Maritime & Remote Connectivity The Opportunity We’re working with a cutting-edge communications provider delivering complex global connectivity solutions across maritime, remote sites and enterprise environments. They’re looking for a Datacoms Technician to join a high-performing Engineering team, supporting and delivering advanced networking solutions across VSAT, LTE and global infrastructures. If you enjoy variety, problem-solving and working with modern communication technologies at scale, this is a brilliant opportunity to develop your career in a highly specialised space. What you’ll be doing You’ll play a key role in supporting and delivering customer network solutions, working across the full lifecycle from build through to support: • Supporting and maintaining complex customer network environments (VSAT, LTE, global networks) • Investigating and resolving escalated technical issues with a structured, customer-focused approach • Assisting with the build, configuration, testing and installation of networks both at HQ and remote sites • Working on a range of solutions including VoIP, firewalling, virtualisation, web filtering and high-availability systems • Producing and maintaining clear project and technical documentation • Supporting product evaluation, system integration and new technology adoption • Travelling at short notice to support installations, surveys and configurations when required What they’re looking for Essential • Strong grounding in TCP/IP networking (routing, switching, firewalls – ideally Layer 7) • Experience troubleshooting complex network and IT issues end-to-end • Exposure to satellite communications and/or enterprise IT systems • Relevant qualification (HNC/HND/Degree in IT, Networking, Electronics or similar) • Strong communication skills and a proactive, “can do” attitude Desirable • Cisco or Microsoft certifications • Linux / Windows server knowledge • VoIP (Asterisk ideally) • Scripting (Bash / Perl) • Experience with system design or project delivery Why join? • Work on global, mission-critical communications systems • Exposure to cutting-edge satellite and network technologies • Opportunity to travel and support real-world deployments • Collaborative engineering environment with strong development opportunities The fit This role suits someone who is: • Technically curious and hands-on • Comfortable in both support and project environments • Able to manage competing priorities and think on their feet • Keen to specialise in advanced communications and networking